Monthly Archives: June 2025
What are the Different Types of Child Custody in New York State?
The legal definition of child custody is much more complex than you may imagine. There are different types of custody. When we think of custody, we generally think of residential custody or with which parent the child lives. However, a parent who does not spend the majority of time with their children can still… Read More »
Who Gets to Keep the Dog? Deciding Pet Custody in New York State
Many people have emotional bonds with their pets and consider their pets part of the family. What happens when these individuals divorce? Is there some standard for determining who gets the pet in the case of divorce? In New York State, we do have such a provision. If your pet were your child, the… Read More »
Will Having a Mental Health Diagnosis Affect My Child Custody Arrangement?
If you’re in a particularly contentious custody battle, it’s possible that the other party could raise the matter of your mental health against you during the proceedings. As a society, we have made great strides in addressing the stigma of mental health. This has resulted in more people getting the help they need, fewer… Read More »
No Signature Divorces in New York State
You no longer need the consent of both parties to pursue a divorce in New York State. In most cases, the individual filing for divorce must formally serve the other spouse with the divorce papers. For the divorce to continue, the other spouse must respond to the summons. However, in New York, if the… Read More »